Whites Valley

The community is noticeably older than both the state and national averages, with 22.7% of people aged 65 or over. Children under 15 make up only 13.7% of the population, which is well below the national figure.

English and Australian ancestries are the most common here. While 17.6% of residents were born overseas, this is far below the Australian average of 27.7%.

English is the primary language for 90.1% of the community. Only 2.9% of people use another language at home, a figure far below the national average.

A majority of residents report no religion (58.1%), a rate that is far above the national figure of 38.9%.

Education levels are lower than the state and national averages, with only 12.3% of adults holding a bachelor degree or higher. Many residents have completed a Certificate III or IV.

Typical household income is $1,781 per week, which is a little above the South Australian average. About 21.1% of households earn $3,000 or more weekly, a higher proportion than in most similar areas.

Long-term health conditions are more common here than in most areas, affecting 33.2% of residents. Arthritis and asthma are the most frequently reported conditions.

Residents are very active in unpaid work, with 16.4% providing unpaid care and 28.7% spending over 15 hours a week on housework, both of which are well above national levels.

First Nations people make up a very small part of the population. Those who are present have a typical personal income of $150, which is far below the national figure.

Homes tend to be larger, with 2.6 people per household. Only 14.9% of people live alone, which is far below the state average of 28.5%.

The area is dominated by separate houses, with 98.2% of homes being detached. Ownership is very high, as 52.6% of homes are owned outright, far above the national average of 31%.

The community is highly car-dependent, with every single home owning at least one motor vehicle. However, 23.6% of people work from home, which is far above the state average.

This is a very stable population; only 21.1% of residents have moved in the last five years, far below the national figure of 40.7%.

A high proportion of adults are working or looking for work (67.9%). The local workforce is diverse, with significant numbers in agriculture, health care, and construction.

The area has seen a significant rise in crime over the last five years, with a 57.1% increase. Assault and burglary rates are higher than in most similar areas.

The area is entirely car-dependent, with a walkability score of 1.0. Almost no homes are within a 15-minute walk of groceries, health services, or parks.